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Morton Valence “Europa” (Bastard Recordings, 2017)

May 23, 2017 Jonathan Aird 0
Were it not for the declaration on the album cover that “millions of us…consider ourselves as both citizens of the UK and Europe” Morton Valence’s latest release would represent the subtlest political album you’re ever likely […]
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Joe Purdy has something to sing about.

May 23, 2017 Jonathan Aird 0
It is often said that hard times, or difficult times, bring forth the best music. You know – Woody and the Dust Bowl, the Civil Rights Movement and Dylan, Thatcherism and Bucks Fizz. Or should that […]
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Video: Sam Outlaw “Trouble”

May 23, 2017 Jeremy Searle 0
Taken from his album Tenderheart, a classic sound from Sam Outlaw who’s over here on tour in July.
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Mike Felten “Diamonds And Televisions” (2017, Independent)

May 22, 2017 Mark Nenadic 0
It’s refreshing to come across an Americana album that’s essentially a fun listen, so kudos to Mike Felten for that feat alone. A Chicago native, he’s been a record store owner, open miker and gigging troubadour […]
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Underhill Rose announce UK and Ireland tour

May 22, 2017 Paul Kerr 0
Underhill Rose, the North Carolina based trio (comprised of Molly Rose Reed, Eleanor Underhill and Salley Williamson) have announced dates for a June tour to support the release of their new live album.

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Fairport Convention announce extensive 2026 Autumn tour

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Following four weeks on the road for their packed Spring 2026 Tour, Fairport Convention have announced an Autumn 2026 Tour, ahead of a very special Diamond Anniversary celebrating the band’s formation. This year’s Autumn Tour is […]
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Mr Plow “At One With Nature”

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Mr Plow return with a magnificent gothic adventure from the heart of Leicestershire. Mr Plow may hail from Leicestershire, but the heart of their music is steeped in gothic New Orleans with a pinch- no, a ladle […]
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Live Review: Dawn Landes at The Golden Hinde, Bankside, London – 17th August 2026

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At the end of a short European tour, appearing at Festivals and supporting Bonnie Prince Billy, Dawn Landes entertained us below deck on the Golden Hinde (a reproduction ship, sitting in dry dock behind Southwark Cathedral) […]

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Video Interview: Richard Olson of the Hanging Stars and Tim Prottey-Johns of the First Time Flyers on the Long Road Festival

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Why musicians love the Long Road Festival. In preparation for Americana UK’s David Jarman‘s preview of the Long Road Festival, he interviewed Richard Olson of the Hanging Stars and Tim Prottey-Jones of the First Time Flyers. […]
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Interview: Nora Kelly holds space for the quirky in outlaw country music

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It’s always the ride and not necessarily the destination that makes a trip through a Nora Kelly Band album worthwhile. The songs can be zany, intriguing and melancholic all at once, cavorting to their own primal […]
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Interview: Issy Ferris and Archie Sylvester on why “It’s A Joy To Be Alive”

August 19, 2026 0
One thing everyone quickly learns as they get older is that time waits for no one, and that life continues its unstoppable flow forward. Americana UK has followed Ferris & Sylvester’s career since their first album, […]

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Here are The Goddamsels, lost in the music, absorbed in their performance of ‘Better Than’ – it’s a joy to watch.  The voices of Canadian singer-songwriters Mallory Chipman and Frédrique “Freddi” MacDougall combine beautifully.  Each delivers […]
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It’s the 2024 AUK Readers Poll! Vote for your favourite americana from the last year

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There are 3 days left to vote for your favourite Americana from the last 12 months! The stuff that’s resonated with you throughout the year, the stuff that you’ll still be talking about this time next […]

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